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St. Malachy

595 E Ogden Ave Geneseo, IL 61254
Tel: (309) 944-3230

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Malachy Catholic School shares with the parents and parish the responsibility of growth and development of its students spiritually, morally and intellectually.
  • The excellent, co-educational, academic program is permeated with religious and moral values that are emphasized by caring, well-qualified educators in a disciplined environment conducive to learning.
  • Our purpose is to fully accept Christ's love and spread His word throughout our parish, local community and the world at large.
  • The people of St. Malachy School believe that Catholic education is centered on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
  • Catholic education seeks to bring together students, teachers and families as a community of believers in the gospel values.
  • We believe that children will develop best in a Christian atmosphere of love and respect.
  • Individual differences and needs are recognized and effort is made to help children see themselves as valuable persons who can reach their full potential.
  • We encourage the development of responsible behavior in individuals toward themselves and others.
  • Strong emphasis is placed on the basic skills of education.
  • We provide opportunities for creativity and growth in academic and spiritual areas.
  • Attention is given to the religious, social, intellectual, emotional and physical development of students.
  • We are a faith community that recognizes its membership in our larger parish family.
  • We have made a commitment to create an environment that promotes learning, encourages celebration and strives to see all people united by the Father's love.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Malachy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Malachy
Kind14
127
217
320
417
522
66
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Year Founded
1857
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School Motto
We are a family in Christ.

Student Body

Total Students
123 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
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St. Malachy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
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